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Many employees lament that the current corporate atmosphere under Iger feels very different from its previous incarnation, where leaders appeared confident in their progressive values, notwithstanding backlash from various groups. The sentiment among staff indicates that they preferred a Disney that could take bold stances rather than one that bends to political pressures for the sake of marketability.
Notably, criticisms have emerged surrounding how the company is attempting to balance the interests of conservative consumers against the principles of its workforce. Employees claim this posture is undermining the integrity of the Disney brand while also shaking the foundation of relationships with its talent.